When searching for an online degree, some of the terminology may become confusing. One such example of this is the difference between diplomas and certificates. What makes this so confusing for many students is that colleges and universities often use these terms interchangeably, when in reality, they are completely different. To help you determine which is right for you, read up on some of the major differences below…

Whether or not to get an MBA can sometimes be a tough decision for a number of reasons. Maybe it’s too costly, or you do not have enough time to commit to an MBA program. Whatever your reason for hesitation, there are some common situations where an MBA could prove useful.

Online education degrees are becoming widely available in almost every subject and degree level. Online engineering degrees in particular are becoming very attractive to those looking to earn more. Engineering majors on average get the highest paying jobs after graduation. The average starting salary for a Mechanical Engineer is $58,648 and for a Chemical Engineering is $65,466, making Engineering one of the highest paying degrees in the US.

My Dad used to say the more things change the more they really stay the same, and that’s certainly true of online education when you get right down to it.

People tend to think that online education and traditional learning are completely different from one another, but that is simply not true. Both modes of learning have quite a bit in common actually.

As an adjunct professor of Internet Marketing for the University of San Franscisco, I get to see about 35 students a month in my courses and read their feedback of their online degree experience. Many have positive experiences, and some have either neutral or negative experiences. Looking over the negative feedback, I’ve put together a short list of things that might help you get more out of your online degree experience.

More and more colleges are seeing an increase on-line, but one in our area is seeing another trend… There are an increased number of active military members using online colleges to get their degree while they’re serving their country.

The Internet is giving students more access to learning than ever before. And now, many universities are offering students the option of taking courses and earning degrees online.

The average student age in the U.S. has been climbing steadily in recent years. At both Harvard and Notre Dame the average age is now 27. The University of Phoenix, which offers both online and traditional degree programs, has an average student age of 35-37. Thirty-eight percent of all college students are now 25 or older, according to a recent U.S Census Bureau report. So why has the average age been trending upward? There are several factors that have contributed to a more mature scholar.

The lines have clearly been drawn between those who champion traditional learning and those who believe online education is the only way to go. However, the truth may lie somewhere in the middle. In this real world educational romance the Capulet’s and Montague’s can coexist quite swimmingly, if you allow yourself to see the big picture and appreciate what both offer.

“I would not be able to continue with my learning if not for the world of online education.”  That was a comment I received recently from a very happy father of two who is earning his degree in Psychology.  Three things generally hold people back when it comes to furthering their education; time, money, and desire.
As a parent I fully understand the time and money element. There are staggering costs associated with daycare, and even babysitters can cost you a pretty penny these days, making it near impossible to enroll in a traditional …